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Rustic Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

November 21, 2011
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We had a rainy, cool weekend here in the OC and I thought it was time to post a warm and comforting Rustic Roasted Tomato Soup. This is a classic soup that should be in everyone’s recipe box. It is very simple to prepare and wonderful all year round. Enjoyed with a side salad and [...]

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Lemon Basil Ice Cream & A Visit From Georgia Pellegrini

August 5, 2011
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Oh friends do I have an amazing treat for you today…ICE CREAM. Make that two amazing treats. I have my awesome pal Georgia Pellegrini guest posting with her gorgeous homemade Lemon Basil Ice Cream! *happy dance* If you have never met Georgia before then here is your chance to hang with one of the finest [...]

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Wild Salmon with Basil Aioli and Quinoa

July 7, 2011
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Seriously. This has got to be one of my favorite meals ever. I was recently sent a gorgeous shipment of Copper River Salmon from Anderson Seafoods. Have I ever told you that salmon is my all time favorite food? My love for it is split with layer cake. Those are odd foods to be thought [...]

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Grilled Cheese Bruschetta – Summer Fest

August 10, 2010
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Summer is a true treat. Our pace slows down and our energy picks up. There is more time for play and less time spent on work. The goal is to spend more time relaxing with friends and family. It is so nice to enjoy the fresh fruit and veggies that the summer sun yields. With [...]

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Omelette with Brie Cheese, Basil and Strawberries

June 8, 2010
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I always enjoy unexpected flavor combinations, for example my Chocolate Ginger Truffles with Cacao & Smoked Sea Salt. Another thing I LOVE is protein…..lots of it. I like protein with my protein, my Egg Battered Grilled Cheese is a great example of that. Protein makes us feel great and keeps our energy levels high. We have [...]

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Quinoa with Blood Orange and Basil

March 20, 2010
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Blood oranges are showing up all over the markets and the web these days. Not only are they beautiful with their ruby red color, but they are a tasty addition to sweets and savories. This is a great dish for Meatless Monday’s. Quinoa is a great high protein whole grain that is also gluten free. [...]

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Pasta with Tomato Basil Sauce and Chicken

February 2, 2010

I just realized as I was proofing this post the caption I wrote above: “One Super Bowl of Pasta.” As I mentioned in my Skinny Mini Baked Potato post, I will not be indulging in the Super Bowl sporting event (I think it’s this weekend.) When I created the graphic above it had nothing to [...]

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Orzo Pasta with Basil, Zucchini and Red Pepper

July 22, 2009
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This dish is so simple to prepare. It tastes clean and summery. It works well as a side or add some protein and serve it as a main dish. Any grilled piece of protein (fish, chicken, tofu…..your choice), can be laid on top, or sliced up and tossed in. I enjoy this orzo accompanied with [...]

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